Middlebury College
University Information
Each year more than 50% of the junior class at Middlebury studies abroad in more than 40 countries at more than 90 different programs and universities.
Mission Statement:
International Programs supports Middlebury’s mission to cultivate the intellectual, creative, physical, ethical, and social qualities essential for leadership in a rapidly changing global community. A student’s study abroad experience should be an integral and coherent part of his or her academic program at Middlebury, enhancing the on-campus curriculum and supporting a liberal arts education. To achieve these ends, Middlebury students study abroad on academically substantive programs that foster cultural and linguistic integration.
Middlebury Schools Abroad:
Middlebury has Schools Abroad at more than 40 universities in Argentina, Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, China, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Morocco, Russia, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay.
Externally-Sponsored (Non-Middlebury) Programs:
Each year a significant number of Middlebury students study abroad on externally-sponsored programs (programs other than Middlebury Schools Abroad) in countries such as Australia, Botswana, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Ghana, Greece, Ireland, Kenya, Madagascar, Mongolia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and more!
Important Dates and Deadlines
Middlebury Students Study Abroad Deadline: FEBRUARY 1 (to study abroad the following fall, spring, or academic year)
Visit http://www.middlebury.edu/international/sa for more information.
"It was worthwhile and i gained European history knowledge and simply living in a city alone (and budgeting)!"
A student Middlebury College
"Lots of differences in culture however there are many similarities as well. Yes, it was worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained independence in a city (I'm from a small town and this was my first city experience). My love for history and French culture was also strongly reinforced. I wish I could go back..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile, but I didn't learn that much because Europe felt similar enough to the US. "
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to learn a lot about french culture and breakdown many preconceived ideas that I had about the culture. I also met amazing people and was able to live in a beautiful and lively city. It was worthwhile."
Anna N Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of knowledge about the subjects of my tutorials and I do feel as though I am a better writer because of the intense essay writing that was a part of this program. I also appreciated having access to all of Oxford's libraries. However, I would have found that program to be more worthwhile if the academic load was m..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot culturally "
A student Middlebury College
"My Spanish skills vastly improved, and I think I became less bothered by embarrassing myself in public, which happened often when speaking a second language."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned not to judge a book by its cover and to be open-minded about everything. "
Brenda R Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. Learnt to appreciate the siesta culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an appreciation for living in Europe and the more relaxed siesta culture of Spain, which I had never understood prior to my study abroad experience."
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, Confidence, Awareness, Cultural intelligence. Yes most definitely. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence. "
A student Middlebury College
"I got a better glimpse of German culture and the university system. I enjoyed taking the sport classes offered by the University. All in all it was worthwhile"
Sydney A Middlebury College
"I gained language skills, friendship, and cultural understanding, but I think I most of all gained confidence, patience and truly a new outlook on life. It was not easy!! I had to push myself in a lot of new ways but I feel so grateful to have experienced Buenos Aires for the semester. "
sophia g Middlebury College
"I learned mostly how to be on my own and solve problems in a new setting. Incredibly worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"That I would love to spend more time in Spain and across Europe."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to develop more my spanish while also learning about the diversity in Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is diversed in its people and natural environmental beauty."
Aaron S Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence from the program and learned how to navigate a new city on my own. My Spanish language skills improved significantly. It was definitely a worthwhile experience going abroad in general and helped expand my worldview."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own in a foreign country, make new friends, appreciate different cultures, and more. It was very worthwhile - one of the best decisions I've ever mad."
A student Middlebury College
"Cross cultural experience, language skills"
A student Middlebury College
"Language, cross-cultural learning, independence, new experiences and relationships, some academic learning. It was worthwhile."
Maya H Middlebury College
"I really enjoyed studying abroad. It gave me a chance to learn more about the culture and to learn more about me!"
A student Middlebury College
"Yes it was worthwhile. I had the full immersion experience I was looking for. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of language acquisition and challenged myself in so many ways. It was very difficult but rewarding."
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